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The New York Times - World
How the French Election Results Unfolded
A left-wing coalition unexpectedly surged and the far-right National Rally fell short of predictions. But no coalition captured a majority in Parliament, meaning months of gridlock could lie ahead.France -
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France’s New Popular Front Was Formed to Keep Far Right From Power
The left-wing alliance includes the divisive Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a combative politician who has been accused of antisemitism. -
Financial Times - Business
Leftwing surge thwarts far right in French election
Markets reverse early losses after Marine Le Pen’s RN falls well short of expected gains in parliament -
NBC News - Top stories
France's far-right firewall holds, but with signs of cracks
Besting all expectations, France’s leftist coalition pulled off an upset victory over the populist National Rally that quelled, for now, fears of a far-right takeover in a nation with a long history of keeping the far right out of government and ... -
CBS News - Top stories
France's far-right suffers surprising defeat in election
The left and centrist political factions appear to be headed for key wins in France's elections on Sunday. Right-wing groups suffered a surprising defeat after their success in the first round of voting. Elaine Cobbe has the details. -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Leftwing surge thwarts far right in French election
Also in today’s newsletter, Nato allies to pledge €40bn for Ukraine and Rachel Reeves declares growth as UK’s ‘national mission’ -
Financial Times - World
How France’s far right built a national movement from the grassroots
Old school retail politics have helped bring Marine Le Pen’s Rassemblement National to the brink of political power -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Euro Corporate Bond Supply Expected to Decline in Second Half of 2024
Rising geopolitical concerns and the upcoming U.S. elections are likely to limit issuance of euro-denominated corporate bonds in the second half, ING said. -
ABC News - Sports
Mbappé warns of political situation in France as far right gets closer to power
France soccer captain Kylian Mbappé has warned his country is in a “catastrophic” political situation as it lurches closer to a first far-right government since World War II
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